Environmental Rules
Mandated vegetation clearance zones around homes in fire hazard zones, including the 100-ft Zone 0/1/2 model used by California and other wildfire-prone states.
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Requirements for managing rainwater runoff on your property, including retention basins, permeable surfaces, and drainage plans.
Rules to prevent soil erosion during construction and landscaping, including required sediment barriers and ground cover standards.
Building restrictions near coastlines, including setbacks from the water, dune protection rules, and coastal commission permits.
Building requirements for properties in FEMA flood zones, including elevation standards, flood insurance mandates, and construction limits.
Permits and standards for changing the grade of your property, including drainage plans to prevent water from flowing onto neighboring lots.
Regulations for properties along lakes, rivers, and coastlines, including buffer zones, dock permits, and vegetation requirements.
Requirements for maintaining sea walls, bulkheads, and retaining structures on waterfront properties, including inspection schedules and repair obligations.